@anisa nurraudah -Oh, yes, because even the President of the United States writes their own speeches right? Lmao. Please stay on your bubble, its safe and warm inside.
quotes (timestamps) 11:11 "you get what you get" 12:59 you can't carry everything 13:38 you get to pick - be discerning 15:19 don't hide your enthusiasm 16:04 never be ashamed of trying 18:56 taylor's perfectionism 20:25 on mistakes, loss, and failure 24:07 mistakes are inevitable 25:22 making the right choice
Taylor is classic, and brilliant. Education is more than just a degree on paper. This young lady spoke like someone with more than 3 doctorate degrees.
Yep!! Some people think that she shouldn’t get a doctorate, but her experiences and her skills most likely surpass what they teach in college. She just didn’t take the classes and learned the skills outside the classroom.
What She said WAS So True, Like Alot people Think There not being cringe By doing Stuff They typically think isn't cringe. but When they look back there going too Cringe So Hard 😂 hopefully I said that right..
Dr. Taylor...I am a 45 year old woman with a young girl who loves your music. As a mother, being protective, I've search not just your music but who you are and what you represent. All I can say is that your speech had me on tears.... your music, talent, wisdom, and empathy, definitely will take myself and my girl to your concert. Don't worry any longer of what you didn't have in life. You now have a life were most can only dream of. You've made and continually making an impact to young girls most female college grad can barely scratch. I am proud of you and your family who is there with you every step of the way since hardship to now success. You are remarkable talented and very much loved. Yes we all are allowed to make mistakes. Mistakes is what makes us humans and a way for growth. Continue to shine Taylor. 🥰I am now officially a Swiftie.... 🤩
Is she the best oh yes oh I cry every time she talks she's so cute it's tears of joy cause I feel so happy for her it comes to me naturally to have tears of joy and good love😊
16:09"Effortlessness is a myth. The people who wanted it the least were the ones I wanted to date and be friends with in high school. The people who want it the most are the people I know hire to work for my company"one of my favorite quotes from taylor👏👑💗
@Pink Diana If you're confused with what "it" pertains to, you can change it into the words "dream" or "goal" or "success" since in the context that she's speaking, she's talking about these things. Thus, the people who wanted it the least are the people who think that being successful or achieving your dreams are effortless. Meaning, they don't want it enough to work hard on it. The people who worked hard are the ones that she's hiring now because she knows they can be dependable.
"It only hurts this much right now" That's what I was thinking the whole time BREATHE IN, BREATHE THROUGH, BREATHE DEEP, BREATHE OUT I'll be getting over you my whole life" - from track 10 'Labyrinth' (10th studio album 'Midnights') by Taylor Swift. Doctor of Fine Arts is another thing to prove that she is incrediably talented
I'm a 73 year old Australian...at my age nearing the end of life's journey...I never ever expected to become an unashamed fan of this very clever... intelligent young lady...a multitalented genius who has...all by herself...albeit abley supported by those who believe in her...made such an impact upon not only her own country...but the world. And as an added bonus... beautiful as well. Listening to her giving her speech here...unassisted...no teleprompter...no notes...relevant and amongst so many superlatives interesting...no hesitation...confident. if anyone well deserves a Doctorate and incredible honor...Taylor Swift does. In the future...when the tours are done...the songs have ended...I can think of no one more suited able and if willing and brave to serve her country enter into the turmoil of politics and stand for the Senate and for the Presidency. Amongst the turmoils and sadness...conflicts throughout the world...she alone has bought untold relief...happiness hope and joy to millions. What a star...what a legacy.
I imagine phrases from this speech echoing back to these alumni all throughout their lives, encouraging them to shake off mistakes and knowing when it’s time to go.
Thinking about how I was at my lowest point when I discovered Taylor's music. Then everything worsened for both of us and she disappeared but that gave me enough time to get to know her as a person and, without hesitation I became a Swiftie 🥺 Now it's been almost seven years of following her and being inspired and admired by her talent and humanity. I have grown next to her, with her songs that I've intaken as lessons and catharsis and her brilliance and wisdom that make me feel more and more proud of her every day. Seeing how much she's been through and how she has successfully overcome all obstacles in her way is truly captivating and motivating 💗 Those who realize Taylor's impact and transcendency, acknowledge this is what she deserves: being recognized, honored, and celebrated for her art and legacy. She's so much more than another female singer: she's a poet, a creative unstoppable force, and a mastermind. She has the gift of transforming all kinds of experiences into magic, into something untouchable ✨ She's providing guidance and knowledge to everybody out there through her melodies and lyrics that have turned into anthems for so many, spreading messages that bring a renewed faith in love and art and show a slight spark of hope for our chaotic and insensitive world. And the most exciting thing is that the best of her is yet to come! She's paving her way, becoming an actual legend and it's such an honor to witness her rising to the sky 🤩 She's saved my life and taught me to trust myself and she's one of the brightest lights leading me to a better and healthier place 💞
I didn't skip or fast-forward any sentence during the entire speech. She is down-to-earth yet incredibly inspiring and intelligent. Listening to her address is like talking to a wise friend. Congrats, Dr. Taylor, and graduates all over the world. 👏👏👏
A very amazing speech for the Class of ‘22. She had everyone’s attention, notice how quiet the stadium was as she spoke. Taylor has a mature “old” soul, and speaks as someone who has lived 40 or 50 years. Not everything in life works out, but you have the ability to adapt and move on.
Her eloquence, depth of character and wisdom is really unfathomable for someone still so young. Her experiences and drive in life makes her so deserving of this Doctorate!!! Brava Dr. Taylor Swift👏🏼 Someone with so much more to give! I can’t wait…
She's a well-spoken woman. Can't feel more grateful to look on her for everything that I need to learn. Can't say with words the feeling I've got to know that million of people listen to her and that they're getting advices of life.
WOW, one of THE BEST commencement speeches EVER. So much wisdom AND great, therapist-worthy advice! Yet she's confident while still being vulnerable. Heartfelt, funny, down to earth. My fellow NF (myers-briggs type), we follow our heart and our intuition. Thank you for being so real.
If you are still wondering why after so many years in the industry and yet the name “Taylor Swift” is never fading, because she is intelligent and compassionate woman. She was born to make a difference.
Wow taylor is really something else. I actually have to take a second to process the beauty of her speech; everything she said is so realistic, and truly not generic- yet she still manages to instil hope, positivity and motivation. Her words are like a hug that provides comfort and solace, but also makes you face reality. She really has a way with words. Taylor isn’t just a bobblehead popstar celeb, she’s truly an artisan of wisdom and experience.
The way she did almost half an hour of speech without help from the script is inspiring! As a late college student like me who started to learn and struggled to give 3-10 minutes of public speeches, it's extremely challenging to put yourself together on the stage and do your thing by memorizing. She's such an inspiration for us!
Keep in mind Taylor Swift has many years of experience as a performer, experience builds confidence so its very possible she also used to have anxiety like you when doing public speeches a very long time ago. I know some very successful business people who used to be very anxious just introducing themselves eventually have zero anxiety doing public presentations in front of large audience after enough experience.
I am glad to be a part of the world where Taylor Swift belongs. I adored her since I was a kid, always looked up to her, got inspired by her, wanted to grow up to be her. She has gotten me through some really tough times in my life and I'm forever grateful for the fact that she has been one of the very few people to impact my life in such a great way. Taylor, you are a gift the world desperately needed.
“ my experience has been that my mistakes Led to the best things in my life and being embarrassed when you mess up is part of the human experience. Getting back up and dusting yourself off and seeing who still wants to hang out with you afterword and laugh about it ; that’s a gift. “ these words really touched my heart today. Beautiful. “ being publicly humiliated over and over again at a young age was excruciatingly painful but it forced me to devalue the ridiculous notion of minute by minute ever fluctuating social relevance likability.” This is something everyone needs to learn. This is one of the most down to earth speeches I’ve ever heard.
Amazing speech by Taylor Swift! To have such talent and still be a down-to-earth person is rare to find now-a-days! I liked the way she began and ended her speech like a story!
You dont know how many times I come back here to listen to Dr. Tay’s words. She is my inspiration and motivation to pursue what I’ve long lost. The journey has just begun, but it’s good that it has begun, and running on the trail, as I expected and unexpected. So fascinating yet terrifying! Thank you Taylor, for having such an inspirational speech for us. Love u so muchhh!
Anytime I am having stressful moments in school, I’m def going to be playing this in those moments from now on. So inspiring!!💕😭 I love her so so much.
is it just me who randomly started crying trough this? it’s hard to put into words what taylor is. shes literally so inspirational and kind and smart, guess you could call her a mastermind. but i physically can not say how much of a impact she has put on us swifties through so, many, years. Does anybody just genuinely wanna be her friend? like, not for fame. just because she seems like a awesome person? And you all do realize. There is physically nobody in this world who has had the amount of success in the way she has, like, ever. ilysm taylor you ARE the music industry and you are a one of the most amazing people to step foot on this planet. People have been supporting you since you took those first steps :)
its not just you, i always cry when she speaks, she has been such a positive force in my life and i keep returning to this video, i am sobbing while typing this comment,
This was amazing!! She memorized the entire speech and never missed a beat! It was an inspiring talk! I sent it to my daughter who is a Freshman in college ❤🤗
Dr. Taylor Allison Swift, No words could ever express how grateful I am to you. You saved my life and made it better in so many ways. You inspire me to keep going through all the hard times. I love you more than I ever thought possible. Not just your music but you as a person; you’re empathetic nature, kindness, integrity, intelligence, loyalty and love for us swifties. I’m crying seeing you SO much happier nowadays and I love you Taylor. We’re ALWAYS so proud of you 🫶🫶🫶🫶. Thank you for everything, you are my everything. ❤
@Christina Cascadilla That's because you hear what you want to hear. And listening to all her insipid music has probably made you a lot more simple minded than the average person.
That "catchy hook and an intensely cathartic bridge section" damn it's her "ANTI-HERO" song that totally got me. No wonder why everyone is so relate from the first lines of this iconic song. And she did broke the internet, what a legendary song Tay 👏💯🥰😍💖
I love the ending "we're doing this together, so let's just keep on dancing like we're the class of 22" Did she knew while writing her "22" song that time will come she will be using its lyrics as a finale in a graduation speech? ..just genius🙌
it’s so inspiring! i burst into tears several times just because I suddenly got emotional. it touched the hearts of those who wanted to hear that. thank you, taylor 💗A true role model!
ela não tem ideia do quanto esse discurso e importante para mim, nesse momento tão difícil para mim, onde eu perdi uma amizade importante e sinto que estou no meu ponto mais baixo ela falou as palavras que eu mais necessitava, essa mulher me salvou sem sequer saber da minha existência, obrigada taylor swift por absolutamente tudo que você fez, suas músicas, suas palavras, tudo.
With Midnight's success, there is just really no doubt how she mastered her craft. What an amazing woman. Proud to be swiftie for 15 yrs and counting now. 💜💜💜
Taylor Swift's Speech is so amazing and great for me to wake up and realize my mistake, what I hit and did harmfully with myself and the others. Sometime in some point of our lives, we also have to hit the bottom, but the important things is your attitude and reaction, what to do next: Keep falling or Standing up. Today I watch her performance and even thought I'm not a a really super super huge big Fan, I still feel so thankful and proud for what she got in NYU and inspired for us. How cool is she!!!!
Wow, based AF speech. The first part made me tear up thinking of my mom who's no longer with us. I loved every minute of this speech. Thank you, Taylor...I needed this today. Huge fan of you, your work ,and your music. You're so friggin iconic and based. 💞💖🔥🔥💝💝💝💝
I have never listened as attentively to a speech like this... Taylor has sooo much wisdom to share and sooo much words to show she cares... She's not just a great artist but a very articulate speaker as well... Bravo...!!! 👏👏👏
she made me tear up a million times. I love her so much. Thank you, for always just being the most amazing person ever, be it through your songs, your personality or your siganature red lip
When you speak with such honesty and truth mostly derived from your own life experience, you don't even have to memorize those words. Taylor is such a genuine artist which brought her to where she is today and she will continue to inspire and motivate many generations to come.
I'm so so so proud of her. She did such a beautiful job and has such a beautiful personality. I feel so lucky to live right now with her right now. I love her so much and it is so amazing to see how far she has come from a 16 year old girl with a guitar.
How is it possible to remember the whole speech? 20mins without hesitation. Can someone teach me to remember like she does? Can Taylor teach us? *0* I am sooo admired by her and her speech, love
Obviously many of words in her speech are improvised. She prepared for the speech undoubtedly, but what makes her can fluently speak are her abounds of impressive experiences she gained
Excellent well thought out and delivered speech, Miss Swift has a new fan, I might be “elderly” but respect for another person is not based on their age but their kindness, compassion and learned wisdom. Congratulations to all those who graduated, now make it count. 🥰
Never heard a more inspiring and encouraging speech before. Wow. Didn’t knew I can love this woman more… I love that she doesn’t need it to read from a paper to make her point… Well done Dr. Taylor Swift.
The fact the she referenced her new album in the commencement speech is iconic, funny thing that Taylor said is "we will breathe in, breathe through, breathe deep, breathe out. And I am a doctor now, so I know how breathing works".
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Listening to Dr.Taylor since I was 14 and now 28 she really just keeps me going day after day. All through school and now through my career. She will forever be my idol and I can't wait to see what she puts out by the time im in my 70's. She is a legend.
i know taylor is popular, no ..sold out stadiums popular, but i had to look up her songs on youtube, I am more of a rock fan, but that was among the best Commencement speeches i have ever heard. and yes i agree, this was my favorite quote also. "The people who wanted it the least were the ones I wanted to date and be friends with in high school. The people who want it the most are the people I now hire to work for my company". great quote
she is literally the mother ive never had. i adore her. i listen to her speeches whenever i feel low and its insane how much reassurance they give me. listening to this speech and her clean speech are parts of my daily routine 😭
Teleprompters or not, undoubtedly she wrote her own speech and presented it like a professional. I am 77 years old and gained a lot of insight, and added respect for Dr. Swift.
Totally awesome Taylor. I just recently completed a four year degree. I am sixty eight years old and just now going for my Master's Degree. Congratulations, Nice Work.
@thezone so other people would work their ass off and have to scrounge up tons of tuition but Taylor gets a degree in something she DIDN'T EVEN STUDY. Its kinda offensive to the people who actually put the work in. No shame for her rising to be a celeb but she can't just be handed a degree for it.
I have to be honest ! Until quite recently (last year or so) I was not really familiar with Taylor Swift and her music. As an European Male aged 62, I kinda knew about her, had heard some music without real attention and that was it. Lately - based on the publicity of the success of the ERA tour - I got a little interested. And I have to admit, that the lady is really iconic ! Talented yet cool, successful yet humble, professional yet authentic, hard worker yet balanced. And really really well spoken ! I did not expect such a speech, both in terms of context and eloquence ! I am impressed. Well done Dr. Taylor Swift.
The best simple , real, meaningful, relevant, and funny graduation speech ever. And I am the graduation committee chairman for my school for over ten years now. I liked Taylor, weird name for a girl, the first time I heard her. Now I know why such a young person has so much depth in her songs after listening to her. She is wiser than some of us will ever be in our entire life. Now I don't just like her, I truly think Taylor rocks as a person. Oh, Dr. Taylor you got a life fan in the western most Pacific island nation of Palau.
_I saw her speech the day she graduated but I am watching it again, Taylor Swift has her class, legacy, reputation, and a very rare persona._ _she is a different human being exist in this era._ _we cannot compare her with a so-called term called celebrity._ _She is always an inspiration to me._ _Long Live Dr. TS!_
The most relatable Queen ever..i didn't knw i needed to hear these things.. Sometimes i feel like she is just like us which tbh makes me happy that I'm not alone in those difficult and confused moments..The way she frame her words and sentences with confidence n humor.. it's so beautiful, I can feel so much honesty and authenticity from her words.. I just love her so much as a person, how she is, her mind, her humor, her creativity, her softness, her down to earth nature, literally everything.. N the plus point is she really2 makes the best music too.. What a Queen you are Taylor, no one like you, Your existence makes the world a much better place, your forever fan #swiftiesforever❤️ (p.s I have watched this like multiple times but never actually comment on it so felt like I needed to😂)
Whatever people might say or think about Taylor, she's very humble in the way she said about the support she got from her family during her career, any success she's had she's worked for it
Five quotes that moved me forever from this speech: 1. Decide what is your to hold and let the rest go 2. Learn to live alongside cringe - no matter how hard you try to avoid being cringe, you will look back on your life and cringe retrospectively 3. I am a big advocate for not hiding your enthusiasm for things 4. The people who want the most are the people I hire to work for my company 5. As long as we are fortunate enough to be breathing - we will breathe in, breathe through, breathe deep, breathe out. I am a doctor now so I know how breathings works Love Taylor. ❤
I would like to thank the singer, the songwriter and the composer Taylor Swift for making that speech. I realized that I needed to hear some specific sentences. She is so wise. I esteem and I appreciate the way she declared some statements. Thank you so much.
I don't know how I'm only watching this now. This made me cry. I grew up with Taylor- I was 13 when "Tim McGraw" first hit the radio, and I've been a fan ever since. I didn't have the opportunity to go to college. Somehow this feels like she's up there on behalf of all of us who never got that opportunity.
Veryyyyyyyy love her speech!! Everything we experienced, no matter it made us happy, sad or angry, is part of our life and shape us who we are. So we don't need to care how we look like or whether us show cringe in that time. Just enjoy it! When we look back after several years, the failed selection or other failure we thought before may bring us unexpected surprising reward.
She is so peaceful while giving the speech like no anxiety no unbalanced breathing no slipping of wordsss ahh I wanna give speeches like her😭
She did fumble a couple words and I could tell that made her a bit nervous after. The speech was amazing I agree. Also I am a swiftie be nice lol
This is why it’s important to hire a great speech writer and speech trainer. And that’s happen when you have a shit load of money.
@Iran Dude Except that SHE WROTE HER OWN SPEECH. When you are the greatest songwriter of the decade, you need no people to write for you.
@anisa nurraudah -Oh, yes, because even the President of the United States writes their own speeches right? Lmao. Please stay on your bubble, its safe and warm inside.
practice. but you have to start small.
quotes (timestamps)
11:11 "you get what you get"
12:59 you can't carry everything
13:38 you get to pick - be discerning
15:19 don't hide your enthusiasm
16:04 never be ashamed of trying
18:56 taylor's perfectionism
20:25 on mistakes, loss, and failure
24:07 mistakes are inevitable
25:22 making the right choice
So many likes but not comments?
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26:19 scary news is.. cool news is
Best quote: "And I'm a doctor now, so I know how breathing works!" 😂😂
Omg tysm
the fact the she referenced her new album in the commencement speech is iconic.
wait how??
@Cuckoo breath in breath through breeth deep breeth out
@Алина Шаповалова also "you're on your own now" right?
I know right.. She has been teasing us the whole time
@Sofi V A yeeeah it must have been a reference too
Taylor is classic, and brilliant. Education is more than just a degree on paper. This young lady spoke like someone with more than 3 doctorate degrees.
Yep!! Some people think that she shouldn’t get a doctorate, but her experiences and her skills most likely surpass what they teach in college. She just didn’t take the classes and learned the skills outside the classroom.
She is an angel mistakenly falling to this earth world ❤
100% agree. She is just an incredible human in all the ways.
''No matter how much you try to avoid being cringe, you will look back on your life and cringe retrospectively'' Taylor is so iconic
I was scrolling through the comments and read this as she said it
What She said WAS So True, Like Alot people Think There not being cringe By doing Stuff They typically think isn't cringe. but When they look back there going too Cringe So Hard 😂 hopefully I said that right..
Dr. Taylor...I am a 45 year old woman with a young girl who loves your music. As a mother, being protective, I've search not just your music but who you are and what you represent. All I can say is that your speech had me on tears.... your music, talent, wisdom, and empathy, definitely will take myself and my girl to your concert. Don't worry any longer of what you didn't have in life. You now have a life were most can only dream of. You've made and continually making an impact to young girls most female college grad can barely scratch. I am proud of you and your family who is there with you every step of the way since hardship to now success. You are remarkable talented and very much loved. Yes we all are allowed to make mistakes. Mistakes is what makes us humans and a way for growth. Continue to shine Taylor. 🥰I am now officially a Swiftie.... 🤩
I need a mom like this
This woman is always prepared. That's one of the big reasons for her success.
Is she the best oh yes oh I cry every time she talks she's so cute it's tears of joy cause I feel so happy for her it comes to me naturally to have tears of joy and good love😊
She’s very thorough
Heeheeheehaw
and also the advantage of not being a real person
She’s very smart and works hard. And very humble. The secret to anyone’s success.
16:09"Effortlessness is a myth. The people who wanted it the least were the ones I wanted to date and be friends with in high school. The people who want it the most are the people I know hire to work for my company"one of my favorite quotes from taylor👏👑💗
Can u please explain what does that mean? "the people who wanted it the least" want what? sorry but i am having hard time understanding that.
@Pink Diana If you're confused with what "it" pertains to, you can change it into the words "dream" or "goal" or "success" since in the context that she's speaking, she's talking about these things. Thus, the people who wanted it the least are the people who think that being successful or achieving your dreams are effortless. Meaning, they don't want it enough to work hard on it. The people who worked hard are the ones that she's hiring now because she knows they can be dependable.
"It only hurts this much right now"
That's what I was thinking the whole time
BREATHE IN, BREATHE THROUGH, BREATHE DEEP, BREATHE OUT
I'll be getting over you my whole life" - from track 10 'Labyrinth' (10th studio album 'Midnights') by Taylor Swift.
Doctor of Fine Arts is another thing to prove that she is incrediably talented
I'm a 73 year old Australian...at my age nearing the end of life's journey...I never ever expected to become an unashamed fan of this very clever... intelligent young lady...a multitalented genius who has...all by herself...albeit abley supported by those who believe in her...made such an impact upon not only her own country...but the world. And as an added bonus... beautiful as well. Listening to her giving her speech here...unassisted...no teleprompter...no notes...relevant and amongst so many superlatives interesting...no hesitation...confident. if anyone well deserves a Doctorate and incredible honor...Taylor Swift does.
In the future...when the tours are done...the songs have ended...I can think of no one more suited able and if willing and brave to serve her country enter into the turmoil of politics and stand for the Senate and for the Presidency. Amongst the turmoils and sadness...conflicts throughout the world...she alone has bought untold relief...happiness hope and joy to millions. What a star...what a legacy.
I imagine phrases from this speech echoing back to these alumni all throughout their lives, encouraging them to shake off mistakes and knowing when it’s time to go.
I see what you did there 👀
The most fluent and profound speech I've ever watched. Makes me feel she's been living this world third or fourth. Amazing young woman.
It's remarkable how thoughtful and inspiring her words are, and the fact she speaks without reading from a script makes it even more incredible
Exactly my thought on that
I hate it to break it you that her speech was on the telepromts but she knew the whole it before hand so you couldn't really tell
@advika ghuwalewala Thanks for pointing out, you are right!
She managed to do the song all too well from memory
Most definitely used a teleprompter but I get your point
Thinking about how I was at my lowest point when I discovered Taylor's music. Then everything worsened for both of us and she disappeared but that gave me enough time to get to know her as a person and, without hesitation I became a Swiftie 🥺
Now it's been almost seven years of following her and being inspired and admired by her talent and humanity. I have grown next to her, with her songs that I've intaken as lessons and catharsis and her brilliance and wisdom that make me feel more and more proud of her every day. Seeing how much she's been through and how she has successfully overcome all obstacles in her way is truly captivating and motivating 💗
Those who realize Taylor's impact and transcendency, acknowledge this is what she deserves: being recognized, honored, and celebrated for her art and legacy. She's so much more than another female singer: she's a poet, a creative unstoppable force, and a mastermind. She has the gift of transforming all kinds of experiences into magic, into something untouchable ✨
She's providing guidance and knowledge to everybody out there through her melodies and lyrics that have turned into anthems for so many, spreading messages that bring a renewed faith in love and art and show a slight spark of hope for our chaotic and insensitive world. And the most exciting thing is that the best of her is yet to come! She's paving her way, becoming an actual legend and it's such an honor to witness her rising to the sky 🤩
She's saved my life and taught me to trust myself and she's one of the brightest lights leading me to a better and healthier place 💞
Wow that's great. I like to share those words with my family cuz they don't understand my admiration for Taylor Swift..
This is so beautiful, thank you for sharing. ❤
Gosh you dont even know her true self...thank God instead
Beautifully And Perfectly Said 👏
I couldn't foresee such eloquence flowing by Taylor Swift, Hands down one of the best speeches ever made!
i'm not even a fan but that was an AMAZING speech, not many people can pull that off so effortlessly as well. i wanna be like this someday
heyyyy she just said, didn't you listen... effortlessness is a myth
I am mesmerized while getting goosebumps hearing her deliver her speech. She's is exemplary in what she does.
go watch her in concert
I’m a 53 year old truck driver who’s never had any children. If I had a daughter like Taylor, I’d be so proud of her ❤
Id be worried if you wouldnt
@Roblox With Kenzie Yeah. I’ve always wanted a daughter
I didn't skip or fast-forward any sentence during the entire speech. She is down-to-earth yet incredibly inspiring and intelligent. Listening to her address is like talking to a wise friend. Congrats, Dr. Taylor, and graduates all over the world. 👏👏👏
why are there no replies here
Those are empty phrases. Which budding billionaire in the music industry is down to earth?
@switch12345678 her
@meow naive
A very amazing speech for the Class of ‘22. She had everyone’s attention, notice how quiet the stadium was as she spoke. Taylor has a mature “old” soul, and speaks as someone who has lived 40 or 50 years. Not everything in life works out, but you have the ability to adapt and move on.
Her eloquence, depth of character and wisdom is really unfathomable for someone still so young. Her experiences and drive in life makes her so deserving of this Doctorate!!! Brava Dr. Taylor Swift👏🏼 Someone with so much more to give! I can’t wait…
@rose D’encole agreed. I’m an accomplished woman in my late 40s and I am floored by her. She is truly something special.
She's a well-spoken woman. Can't feel more grateful to look on her for everything that I need to learn. Can't say with words the feeling I've got to know that million of people listen to her and that they're getting advices of life.
WOW, one of THE BEST commencement speeches EVER. So much wisdom AND great, therapist-worthy advice! Yet she's confident while still being vulnerable. Heartfelt, funny, down to earth. My fellow NF (myers-briggs type), we follow our heart and our intuition. Thank you for being so real.
She’s a philosopher.
I’m so thankful that I have grown with her
What a wonderful and inspiring woman
If you are still wondering why after so many years in the industry and yet the name “Taylor Swift” is never fading, because she is intelligent and compassionate woman. She was born to make a difference.
@T WolakLmao what
@Melania Arnett Thank you. I'm A Jesus Freak. Your pretty much done for.
Uh, no it's because she makes good music, is attractive etc.
Wow taylor is really something else. I actually have to take a second to process the beauty of her speech; everything she said is so realistic, and truly not generic- yet she still manages to instil hope, positivity and motivation. Her words are like a hug that provides comfort and solace, but also makes you face reality. She really has a way with words. Taylor isn’t just a bobblehead popstar celeb, she’s truly an artisan of wisdom and experience.
You're not only full of talent Ms. Taylor Swift, full of wisdom as well. Adorable woman. Commendable.
Better call her Dr Taylor... 😀
you should really say Dr. Taylor Swift
The way she did almost half an hour of speech without help from the script is inspiring! As a late college student like me who started to learn and struggled to give 3-10 minutes of public speeches, it's extremely challenging to put yourself together on the stage and do your thing by memorizing. She's such an inspiration for us!
Keep in mind Taylor Swift has many years of experience as a performer, experience builds confidence so its very possible she also used to have anxiety like you when doing public speeches a very long time ago. I know some very successful business people who used to be very anxious just introducing themselves eventually have zero anxiety doing public presentations in front of large audience after enough experience.
I am glad to be a part of the world where Taylor Swift belongs. I adored her since I was a kid, always looked up to her, got inspired by her, wanted to grow up to be her. She has gotten me through some really tough times in my life and I'm forever grateful for the fact that she has been one of the very few people to impact my life in such a great way. Taylor, you are a gift the world desperately needed.
The world is not about this singer...dont insult the rest of the world.
Smart, beautiful, talented, and kind! We need more people in this world like her. Congratulations Taylor!!!
“ my experience has been that my mistakes Led to the best things in my life and being embarrassed when you mess up is part of the human experience. Getting back up and dusting yourself off and seeing who still wants to hang out with you afterword and laugh about it ; that’s a gift. “
these words really touched my heart today. Beautiful.
“ being publicly humiliated over and over again at a young age was excruciatingly painful but it forced me to devalue the ridiculous notion of minute by minute ever fluctuating social relevance likability.”
This is something everyone needs to learn.
This is one of the most down to earth speeches I’ve ever heard.
Great.... copied and pasted actually
Well only Taylor can do give a speech like that
it was so down to earth how she had to fight for everything and look at now
@Jasmine's Aesthetics SOUR LOSSER GET LOST
@maggie briguera firstly. It's not LOSSER but loser. Thank me later 😉
@Jasmine's Aesthetics tay’s fans mostly are the educated ones❤
I always keep coming back for motivation . The way she motivates so many of us I mean is she even aware of it . This will live rent free in my mind .
Amazing speech by Taylor Swift! To have such talent and still be a down-to-earth person is rare to find now-a-days! I liked the way she began and ended her speech like a story!
You dont know how many times I come back here to listen to Dr. Tay’s words. She is my inspiration and motivation to pursue what I’ve long lost. The journey has just begun, but it’s good that it has begun, and running on the trail, as I expected and unexpected. So fascinating yet terrifying! Thank you Taylor, for having such an inspirational speech for us. Love u so muchhh!
Anytime I am having stressful moments in school, I’m def going to be playing this in those moments from now on. So inspiring!!💕😭 I love her so so much.
is it just me who randomly started crying trough this? it’s hard to put into words what taylor is. shes literally so inspirational and kind and smart, guess you could call her a mastermind. but i physically can not say how much of a impact she has put on us swifties through so, many, years. Does anybody just genuinely wanna be her friend? like, not for fame. just because she seems like a awesome person? And you all do realize. There is physically nobody in this world who has had the amount of success in the way she has, like, ever. ilysm taylor you ARE the music industry and you are a one of the most amazing people to step foot on this planet. People have been supporting you since you took those first steps :)
its not just you, i always cry when she speaks, she has been such a positive force in my life and i keep returning to this video, i am sobbing while typing this comment,
I've watched this speech LIVE and every day since then. I'm just so proud and inspired!
Will madam ure greatly I'm appreciated and congrats, someday u r good public servants ok, God bless u always ok thx ok
are u also an nyu graduate? if so congrats!:)
Nice speech!
I'm black 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Thank you so much..
I feel so proud to have grown up with her in my generation. Taylor is incredibly inspiring.
Her words hit right on point. I can see why she is so successful.
This was amazing!! She memorized the entire speech and never missed a beat! It was an inspiring talk! I sent it to my daughter who is a Freshman in college ❤🤗
Dr. Taylor Allison Swift,
No words could ever express how grateful I am to you. You saved my life and made it better in so many ways. You inspire me to keep going through all the hard times. I love you more than I ever thought possible. Not just your music but you as a person; you’re empathetic nature, kindness, integrity, intelligence, loyalty and love for us swifties. I’m crying seeing you SO much happier nowadays and I love you Taylor. We’re ALWAYS so proud of you 🫶🫶🫶🫶. Thank you for everything, you are my everything. ❤
She is simply PERFECT. AMAZING speech!
Better than a lot of commencement speeches I’ve heard.
Not better than steve jobs's commencement speech
@Sameer Balyan convince me
Yeah but grammar school commencement doesn't count, genius.
@Bill Zardus no, she was better than Steve Jobs at Stanford.
@Christina Cascadilla
That's because you hear what you want to hear.
And listening to all her insipid music has probably
made you a lot more simple minded than the average person.
Taylor is really brilliant. She didn't even stutter. This isn't just a speech it's more of just sharing her experience ❤🎉
That "catchy hook and an intensely cathartic bridge section" damn it's her "ANTI-HERO" song that totally got me. No wonder why everyone is so relate from the first lines of this iconic song. And she did broke the internet, what a legendary song Tay 👏💯🥰😍💖
I love the ending "we're doing this together, so let's just keep on dancing like we're the class of 22"
Did she knew while writing her "22" song that time will come she will be using its lyrics as a finale in a graduation speech?
..just genius🙌
it’s so inspiring! i burst into tears several times just because I suddenly got emotional. it touched the hearts of those who wanted to hear that. thank you, taylor 💗A true role model!
ela não tem ideia do quanto esse discurso e importante para mim, nesse momento tão difícil para mim, onde eu perdi uma amizade importante e sinto que estou no meu ponto mais baixo ela falou as palavras que eu mais necessitava, essa mulher me salvou sem sequer saber da minha existência, obrigada taylor swift por absolutamente tudo que você fez, suas músicas, suas palavras, tudo.
I’m literally filled with so much motivation and inspiration after listening to her speech. I’m so proud of her.
I yesterday was angry toward her
With Midnight's success, there is just really no doubt how she mastered her craft. What an amazing woman. Proud to be swiftie for 15 yrs and counting now. 💜💜💜
This beautiful speech explains in so many ways why her lyrics are so deep and why she is the talented person that she is ❤.
Taylor Swift's Speech is so amazing and great for me to wake up and realize my mistake, what I hit and did harmfully with myself and the others. Sometime in some point of our lives, we also have to hit the bottom, but the important things is your attitude and reaction, what to do next: Keep falling or Standing up. Today I watch her performance and even thought I'm not a a really super super huge big Fan, I still feel so thankful and proud for what she got in NYU and inspired for us. How cool is she!!!!
Wow, based AF speech. The first part made me tear up thinking of my mom who's no longer with us. I loved every minute of this speech. Thank you, Taylor...I needed this today. Huge fan of you, your work ,and your music. You're so friggin iconic and based. 💞💖🔥🔥💝💝💝💝
She made my childhood so beautiful with her overwhelming songs ❤️
I love how Taylor delivered her speech with some jokes but also shared a powerful word of wisdom. I love you Taylor. Big fan here🙋🏻♀️💗✨
she’s the Masterpiece 💜
her words are so impressive! her lyrics as well.
I have never listened as attentively to a speech like this... Taylor has sooo much wisdom to share and sooo much words to show she cares... She's not just a great artist but a very articulate speaker as well... Bravo...!!! 👏👏👏
she made me tear up a million times. I love her so much. Thank you, for always just being the most amazing person ever, be it through your songs, your personality or your siganature red lip
When you speak with such honesty and truth mostly derived from your own life experience, you don't even have to memorize those words.
Taylor is such a genuine artist which brought her to where she is today and she will continue to inspire and motivate many generations to come.
I'm so so so proud of her. She did such a beautiful job and has such a beautiful personality. I feel so lucky to live right now with her right now. I love her so much and it is so amazing to see how far she has come from a 16 year old girl with a guitar.
How is it possible to remember the whole speech? 20mins without hesitation. Can someone teach me to remember like she does? Can Taylor teach us? *0* I am sooo admired by her and her speech, love
She had her speech on teleprompters, but she obviously knew it and practiced beforehand so you couldn't really tell. She's amazing.
@Cambrie m
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Obviously many of words in her speech are improvised. She prepared for the speech undoubtedly, but what makes her can fluently speak are her abounds of impressive experiences she gained
oh you should see cristina fernandez de kirchner then
Wonderfully sage advice. One of the best commencement speeches I've ever heard.
Excellent well thought out and delivered speech, Miss Swift has a new fan, I might be “elderly” but respect for another person is not based on their age but their kindness, compassion and learned wisdom. Congratulations to all those who graduated, now make it count. 🥰
Never heard a more inspiring and encouraging speech before. Wow. Didn’t knew I can love this woman more… I love that she doesn’t need it to read from a paper to make her point… Well done Dr. Taylor Swift.
I guess I shouldn't be surprised that she is such a skilled public speaker with all of her stage experience, but I am still blown away by this speech.
The fact the she referenced her new album in the commencement speech is iconic, funny thing that Taylor said is "we will breathe in, breathe through, breathe deep, breathe out. And I am a doctor now, so I know how breathing works".
I’m pushing 40, med school graduate, mother of 3. Yet Tay can inspire me like never before ❤️
Really proud of you cool stranger ❤️
Hello. Sorry to invade your privacy. I am an academic writer. And I can help you out with your assignments. I got a wide experience in various disciplines.
HEY! look at what you've done for yourself. That's really awesome. I bet your family is so proud of you.
I'm graduating Med School next year. Taylor inspires me very much too❤❤
I’m pushing 38 and about to take the MCAT....
Listening to Dr.Taylor since I was 14 and now 28 she really just keeps me going day after day. All through school and now through my career. She will forever be my idol and I can't wait to see what she puts out by the time im in my 70's. She is a legend.
i know taylor is popular, no ..sold out stadiums popular, but i had to look up her songs on youtube, I am more of a rock fan, but that was among the best Commencement speeches i have ever heard. and yes i agree, this was my favorite quote also. "The people who wanted it the least were the ones I wanted to date and be friends with in high school. The people who want it the most are the people I now hire to work for my company". great quote
she is literally the mother ive never had. i adore her. i listen to her speeches whenever i feel low and its insane how much reassurance they give me. listening to this speech and her clean speech are parts of my daily routine 😭
Teleprompters or not, undoubtedly she wrote her own speech and presented it like a professional. I am 77 years old and gained a lot of insight, and added respect for Dr. Swift.
Totally awesome Taylor. I just recently completed a four year degree. I am sixty eight years old and just now going for my Master's Degree. Congratulations, Nice Work.
👏👏👏
Congratulations!!!!!!
and Taylor got an Honorary degree for being a celeb
@Zachary W good for her!
@thezone so other people would work their ass off and have to scrounge up tons of tuition but Taylor gets a degree in something she DIDN'T EVEN STUDY. Its kinda offensive to the people who actually put the work in. No shame for her rising to be a celeb but she can't just be handed a degree for it.
I have to be honest ! Until quite recently (last year or so) I was not really familiar with Taylor Swift and her music. As an European Male aged 62, I kinda knew about her, had heard some music without real attention and that was it. Lately - based on the publicity of the success of the ERA tour - I got a little interested. And I have to admit, that the lady is really iconic ! Talented yet cool, successful yet humble, professional yet authentic, hard worker yet balanced. And really really well spoken ! I did not expect such a speech, both in terms of context and eloquence ! I am impressed. Well done Dr. Taylor Swift.
I don’t know how many times I have watched this video and I literally cried every single time watching it. Incredibly inspirational speech.
The best simple , real, meaningful, relevant, and funny graduation speech ever. And I am the graduation committee chairman for my school for over ten years now. I liked Taylor, weird name for a girl, the first time I heard her. Now I know why such a young person has so much depth in her songs after listening to her. She is wiser than some of us will ever be in our entire life. Now I don't just like her, I truly think Taylor rocks as a person. Oh, Dr. Taylor you got a life fan in the western most Pacific island nation of Palau.
16:04 the whole speech is amazing but this part will always be my favorite 💜
I've watched this speech so many times, it's my go-to when I'm anxious or have a panic attack. Mama Swift is always here to the rescue.
Yeah. She wanted to be a healer. You are healed. Congrats!
She is a mere mortal...sheesh...crazy
she’s a masterpiece
_I saw her speech the day she graduated but I am watching it again, Taylor Swift has her class, legacy, reputation, and a very rare persona._ _she is a different human being exist in this era._ _we cannot compare her with a so-called term called celebrity._ _She is always an inspiration to me._ _Long Live Dr. TS!_
I am so proud having grown up listening to her music, and now stepping into a new phase of my life listening to her commencement speech 🎓
She's so incredibly well-spoken!
This made me cry & smile and struck so many chords.
This woman is a LEGEND🔥
So proud to be alive in the same generation as her ❤
Best speech ever! So well spoken! This is why Taylor's one of the best in the universe! 🎉🎉🎉🎉
When the Doctor wants to shake her hand but she gave him a big hug is just pure happiness ❤️
Absolutely amazing. I had no idea Taylor was so accomplished and captivating. What a wonderful speech.
The most relatable Queen ever..i didn't knw i needed to hear these things.. Sometimes i feel like she is just like us which tbh makes me happy that I'm not alone in those difficult and confused moments..The way she frame her words and sentences with confidence n humor.. it's so beautiful, I can feel so much honesty and authenticity from her words.. I just love her so much as a person, how she is, her mind, her humor, her creativity, her softness, her down to earth nature, literally everything.. N the plus point is she really2 makes the best music too.. What a Queen you are Taylor, no one like you, Your existence makes the world a much better place, your forever fan #swiftiesforever❤️
(p.s I have watched this like multiple times but never actually comment on it so felt like I needed to😂)
Absolutely professional! She deserves this award!
Whatever people might say or think about Taylor,
she's very humble in the way she said about the support she got from her family during her career,
any success she's had she's worked for it
PALUMBO DEJVID if that's a joke it's in bad taste,
It's both hurtful to Taylor and joe
An inspiring speech by Dr. Taylor Swift. Very inspiring when you study. All my congratulations Taylor. ♥️♥️♥️♥️
I graduated a few days before this and I so wish I could have listened to this on my way to my own commencement. ❤❤❤
Her smile when she hears the people cheering is just unbeatable ❤
it has been a pleasure to me being her fans, i didnt realized she had so many words to say in this speech, im speechless
Five quotes that moved me forever from this speech:
1. Decide what is your to hold and let the rest go
2. Learn to live alongside cringe - no matter how hard you try to avoid being cringe, you will look back on your life and cringe retrospectively
3. I am a big advocate for not hiding your enthusiasm for things
4. The people who want the most are the people I hire to work for my company
5. As long as we are fortunate enough to be breathing - we will breathe in, breathe through, breathe deep, breathe out. I am a doctor now so I know how breathings works
Love Taylor. ❤
I would like to thank the singer, the songwriter and the composer Taylor Swift for making that speech. I realized that I needed to hear some specific sentences. She is so wise. I esteem and I appreciate the way she declared some statements. Thank you so much.
I don't know how I'm only watching this now. This made me cry. I grew up with Taylor- I was 13 when "Tim McGraw" first hit the radio, and I've been a fan ever since. I didn't have the opportunity to go to college. Somehow this feels like she's up there on behalf of all of us who never got that opportunity.
I come and listen to this every time I’m overthinking or sad… Taylor really helps
This speech is amazing, extremely insightful and relatable
Beautiful Style, Taylor and Wonderful Song Writing! 🎼😎 Well Deserved! 🙌🏽
Veryyyyyyyy love her speech!! Everything we experienced, no matter it made us happy, sad or angry, is part of our life and shape us who we are. So we don't need to care how we look like or whether us show cringe in that time. Just enjoy it! When we look back after several years, the failed selection or other failure we thought before may bring us unexpected surprising reward.
So awesome! She didn't read the script and can remember all the lines so well!
it was on a teleprompter.
It was on teleprompter
I mean she also has to sing live, so that requires good memory I guess.
I watched it on KZclip and from what I could make out she didn't have any script
She didn't read " she smart"